Project Finance Valuation Analyst
New Leaf EnergyChicago, Illinois
Full Time
Posted October 31, 2024
$127k - $141k
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Job Description
The Project Finance Valuation Analyst at New Leaf Energy will develop financial models to analyze and maximize the valuations of renewable energy projects, collaborating with various teams throughout the project development process. This role involves assessing market conditions, managing relationships with consultants, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and analyze financial models to evaluate project valuations and profitability.
- Research wholesale energy prices and translate market data into internal price forecasts.
- Serve as the relationship manager with third-party price forecasting consultants.
- Analyze financial models and customer feedback to communicate insights on valuation drivers.
- Coordinate with policy business development teams on community solar program developments.
- Leverage insights into project cash flows to support strategic project development decisions.
- Drive the development and adoption of new tools for project development efficiency.
- Engage with customers to educate on revenue cost structures and negotiate purchase prices.
- Collaborate with design engineering on design optimization for project economics.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a technical field
- Master's Degree in relevant field or MBA preferred
- 3 to 5 years experience with the United States energy industry, ideally in the renewable energy industry
- Project finance modeling and power markets analysis experience
- Mastery of Microsoft Excel required
- VBA experience preferred
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced business environment
- Knowledge of energy or renewable energy development and finance
- Accurate and detail-oriented
- Proactive and able to work independently
- Ability to analyze financial models and understand the impact of various key drivers
- Technology-oriented
- Very strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits & Perks
Market-competitive base salary
Above-market variable compensation
Equity-like program
Base salary range of 126,840-141,110 in Chicago
Incentive plan
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision
401k plan with immediate vesting and company match
Open and self-managed paid time-off policy
Hybrid work location policy
Parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents
Professional development and education assistance
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